The vintage
2022 will be remembered as a year of unprecedented conditions : heat, drought and stress for the vines. Our meticulously selected clay-limestone soils, chosen over more than 2 years, were able to provide a regular water supply to our vines, even in the midst of three heatwaves and despite the persistent drought. Fortunately, small storms in mid-August allowed the grapes to reach perfect ripeness. Depending on the clones, this year the Sémillon will be harvested in two passes, aiming to capture both freshness and richness. After 2020, another warm and dry vintage, 2022 reaffirms our choice of terroir for Duhart's white wines.
Varietals
Sémillon : 79%
Sauvignon blanc : 20%
Sauvignon gris : 1%
Sauvignon blanc : 20%
Sauvignon gris : 1%
Tasting
The robe is bright, pale green in colour with golden hues. The initial nose surprises with the intensity of the aromatic bouquet : abricot, passion fruit and also blackcurrant and a touch of arlequin candy mingle with slightly buttery woody notes. Ever lively, the attack quickly leads to a structured wine. Powerful and almost creamy in smoothness, it leaves a final impression of fine grain reminiscent of fresh pear and the bouquet from the nose.